NNPCL ANNOUNCES SHUTDOWN OF PORT HARCOURT REFINERY

By: Motunrayo Aniwura
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) on Saturday disclosed that the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) will undergo a scheduled maintenance shutdown starting May 24, 2025.
According to a statement by Chief Corporate Communications Officer Femi Soneye, the temporary closure is part of routine maintenance and a sustainability review designed to enhance the refinery’s efficiency and performance.
He said that further updates about the development will be provided regularly through official channels.
The statement reads: “The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) wishes to inform the general public that the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) will undergo a planned maintenance shutdown.
“This scheduled maintenance and sustainability assessment will commence on May 24,2025.
”We are working closely with all relevant stakeholders, including the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), to ensure the maintenance and assessment activities are carried out efficiently and transparently.
“NNPC Ltd remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering sustainable energy security.”
